Why You Need a Thrifting Wish List + What’s on Mine
Thrifting in the city is fun because you can find so many incredible things. Sometimes that becomes a problem because you feel like you have to buy it because it won’t be there next time you go. To take off that pressure, I develop a wish list for items I cannot pass up. Continue reading to find out what’s on my thrift list and what can be on yours.
Shirt | Skirt | Shoes
Why you should go thrifting with a wishlist
When it comes to thrifting in curated stores like a boutique or Buffalo Exchange, it’s so easy to find multiple things you want to get. I’ve consistently bought things that I didn’t really need. In order to keep myself accountable (and to stop spending so much at higher end thrift stores), I created a “wish list” of items I would love to find. Mind you, it’s completely okay to find things off your list but it helps me be more accountable for the purchases I do buy.
My Main List
- Jackets: leather and suede with no scuffing. Military styled jacket with authentic buttons. Trench coat that fits perfectly.
- Winter Coats: red, olive green, fun patterns. High quality, wool, hem hits mid thigh.
- Jeans: Madewell, vintage Levi’s, unique pattern or wash, all high waisted.
- Skirts: button down, vintage, Madewell
- Dresses: Flowy, feminine, lace detail, and/or off the shoulder.
- Tops: Something I can wear to work in a muted color or white.
Check list for buying items not on your list
When something doesn’t fit your list that is ayyy-okay. What you need to do is go through a list if whether or not it is worth it. I like to ask myself some of these questions:
- How often will I wear it?
- If it needs to be repaired of hemmed, will I actually fix it?
- Does it go with items I already own or does this open up opportunities to buy even more stuff?
- Can I live without it?
What is on your thrifted wish list? Let me know in the comments down below.
As always,
7 Comments
jenniferpickering22gmailcom
You look cute!!
Jennifer
Effortlessly Sophisticated
PeculiarPorter
Thank you so much girly!
Radi
I’ve never tried thrifting but it would be fun. I would totally go straight for the coats/jackets!
http://www.fashionradi.com
PeculiarPorter
Oh my goodness, you would love it! I find it more fun than traditional shopping just because you really have to hunt for it. Plus you always end up with a unique item!
karasclosetblog
I have always found thrifting to be a bit overwhelming but I love the idea of making a wish list! That’s such a smart idea to make sure you only buy what you really need. Thank you for the tip and I love the denim skirt you’re wearing!
x Kara | http://karascloset.net
PeculiarPorter
I admit, it can be completely overwhelming at first but if you go in with an open mind it will easy the craziness. Plus, it really helps going in with a list!
pep
such a perfect body shape you have